What Is Home Health Care?

Home Health Care is a type of skilled medical care, for those who qualify, that’s designed to help you recover from specific health situations, such as a medical procedure, or from a fall or illness. This particular care is performed at your own home, so you can receive treatment in a place that feels familiar and comforting instead of at a hospital or skilled nursing home. Your physician will be the one to recommend it for your recovery or treatment and determine eligibility.

Home Health Can Help With:

Recovering from minor accidents like falls, fractures and surgeries 
Managing chronic conditions like COPD, heart failure, diabetes, and high blood pressure 
Regaining strength, movement or communication through physical, occupational and speech therapies 
Assistance with wound care and medication management 
Helping you better understand your condition and identify any signs or symptoms that could be problematic in the future 
Education on best diet and exercise practices for current and future wellness

*These are just a few examples of the situations that home health could assist with for those who qualify, but it's not a comprehensive list.

Home Health Can Help With:

Recovering from minor accidents like falls, fractures and surgeries 
Managing chronic conditions like COPD, heart failure, diabetes, and high blood pressure 
Regaining strength, movement or communication through physical, occupational and speech therapies 
Assistance with wound care and medication management 
Helping you better understand your condition and identify any signs or symptoms that could be problematic in the future 
Education on best diet and exercise practices for current and future wellness

*These are just a few examples of the situations that home health could assist with for those who qualify, but it's not a comprehensive list.

What Is Home Health Like?

Since our goal is to provide you with a personalized care experience, your care experience may be different from someone else. However, we strive to provide the same high quality care to all of our patients. To help you feel more at ease with the home health process, here’s an idea of what you might expect:

Choosing Brookdale Home Health

Once you choose Brookdale as your home health provider and you've received an order from your physician, our Home Health Care Coordinator will visit you in person or reach out by phone to coordinate your care and discuss the services you need. We’ll verify your insurance, answer any questions you have about your treatment and schedule your start of care. From there, the clinician who will be visiting you will reach out to introduce themselves and confirm the date and time of your first in-home appointment.

The Initial Consultation

Before we begin treatment, we first lay the foundation of a quality care plan. Typically at the initial consultation, you’ll meet with your clinician who will review your prescribed medications, go over your medical history, and perform a thorough physical assessment. After that’s complete and we have a clear understanding of your medical needs, then we’ll proceed with your personalized care plan to help you get back to your best health.

In-Home Appointments

The majority of in-home visits can last anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour. Our clinician will work with you to schedule these visits. During each appointment, our team will work with you on specific skills or therapies, provide you with the tools and resources you need to better understand your condition, as well as make sure you’re aware of any troublesome signs or symptoms to keep an eye out for.

How Do I Pay for It?

Medical bills can add unwanted stress to your life, but home health care often falls under a different umbrella. If you meet the eligibility requirements, Medicare could cover the entire cost of your treatment. But even if you don’t qualify for this particular coverage, there are still plenty of options that could prevent you from paying out of pocket for the quality care you need.